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Grant Ingram is a Professor in the Department of Engineering at Durham University, holding the title since 2022. His research focuses on turbomachinery aerodynamics and renewable energy systems, with a strong emphasis on fluid dynamics applications. He has contributed to advancements in turbine design, wind energy systems, and thermal management of power systems.
Education: PhD in Engineering (2003), Durham University. His career at Durham University began in 2005, during which he has led projects on axial turbine aerodynamics, steam turbine diffusers, and wind turbine self-starting mechanisms. Notably, his work on profiled endwalls and blade lean in turbines earned the PE Publishing Prize (2008).
Research Interests include:
- Secondary flow reduction in turbines
- Wind turbine aerodynamics and self-starting dynamics
- CFD applications in renewable energy systems
- Steam turbine exhaust diffuser design
- Thermal rating of power cables
Teaching Contributions: Authored Basic Concepts in Turbomachinery (2009), a free e-book. Pioneered 3D design tools for undergraduate education, winning the 2023 ASME Best Paper Award for education innovations. Taught thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and aeromechanics across all levels.
Awards: PE Publishing Prize (2008), ASME Turbo Expo Best Paper Award (2023).
Administrative Roles: Director of Education, MSc Energy Engineering Management Course Director (joint with Business School), Deputy Director of Taught Studies (PGT), and other leadership positions.
Labs & Teams: Involved in fluid dynamics visualization, turbine testing facilities, and collaboration with industry on sealing technologies and turbine efficiency improvements.
